Understanding the Journey to Letcher County

The transcript revolves around the urgency to inform Pick about Daddy's change in behavior, particularly his decision to quit drinking. The narrator and Norris discuss plans to visit Letcher County to find Pick, but face internal conflict about leaving Daddy behind. Despite considering taking Daddy along, Norris firmly refuses, citing Pick's wishes to remain hidden from Daddy. The narrative explores themes of family, change, and difficult decisions.

What important news does the narrator want Norris to convey to Pick?

• That Daddy has stopped drinking

• That the mine is closed for Christmas

• That Norris is going to Letcher County

• That Mr. Putney is visiting Ken

What does Norris offer to do for the narrator?

• Help the narrator find a job

• Visit Ken for the holidays

• Buy a gift for Pick

• Take the narrator to Letcher County

What vehicle does Norris plan to use for the trip?

• Mr. Putney's truck

• A bicycle

• A Packard

• A train

Why is the narrator hesitant to leave Daddy?

• Because Daddy is sick

• Because of a promise made to Daddy

• Because Daddy is angry

• Because Daddy needs help with work

What is the narrator's ultimate wish for Christmas?

• To have a big family dinner

• To visit Ken for the holidays

• To find Pick and reunite

• To receive a new toy

What is Norris's suggestion regarding Daddy?

• To leave Daddy at home

• To take Daddy along to Letcher County

• To call Daddy on the phone

• To send Daddy a letter

Why does Pick not want Daddy to know his location?

• Because Daddy is too busy

• Because Pick wants to surprise Daddy

• Because Pick is firm on keeping it a secret

• Because Pick is angry with Daddy

What change does the narrator insist has happened to Daddy?

• Daddy has moved to a new place

• Daddy has become wealthier

• Daddy has changed significantly

• Daddy has started a new job

What is Norris's reaction to the narrator's insistence about Daddy's change?

• Norris suggests a different plan

• Norris agrees to take Daddy

• Norris decides to visit Pick alone

• Norris remains unconvinced